Dissolution of the National Assembly: A Historic Vote
On June 9, the President of the Republic made a surprise announcement, dissolving the National Assembly following the European elections. This unprecedented move has led to a historic legislative election set to take place on June 30. The dissolution caught everyone off guard, including the eleven deputies from Seine-et-Marne whose mandates were abruptly ended.
Voters Head to the Polls
This Sunday, June 30, approximately 922,000 registered voters in Seine-et-Marne are expected to vote in about 1,100 polling stations across 507 municipalities. They will choose from among 73 candidates competing in eleven constituencies. This election sees fewer candidates than the previous one held two years ago, with an average of 6.6 candidates per constituency.
National Implications
The legislative elections will be held in 577 constituencies across France, involving more than 4,000 candidates. Voters are called to participate in this two-round majority voting system. To win in the first round, a candidate must secure more than 50% of the votes cast and at least 25% of the registered voters' votes. If no candidate meets these criteria, a second round will be held on July 7, where the candidate with the most votes will be elected. This election follows the National Rally's surge, the left's alliance, and the presidential camp's decline in the recent European elections, making this a pivotal moment in French politics.
- The dissolution of the National Assembly on June 9 came as a shock to many, especially the eleven deputies from Seine-et-Marne whose terms were unexpectedly cut short. This decision by the President was a direct response to the results of the European elections, reflecting a significant shift in the political landscape.
- In Seine-et-Marne, voters will head to the polls on June 30 to elect new deputies. The number of candidates has decreased compared to the previous election, indicating a more streamlined race. The average number of candidates per constituency is 6.6, ranging from four to nine candidates in different areas.
- Nationally, the legislative elections involve a complex two-round voting system. To win in the first round, candidates must achieve more than 50% of the votes cast and 25% of the registered voters' votes. If these conditions are not met, a second round will be held on July 7. This election is particularly significant due to the recent rise of the National Rally, the left's newfound alliance, and the presidential camp's weakening position.
